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Inspection visit

Routine inspection

STERLING INNLicense 3664132461 citation on this visit
1 citation recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Michelle Echeverria made an unannounced visit to the facility. The purpose of the visit was to conduct a required comprehensive annual inspection. LPA met with Administrator, Donald Barber and was granted entry to the facility. The facility is a Residential Care Facility for Elderly (RCFE) licensed capacity for (185) current census (117). The facility has (166) apartment bedrooms with bathrooms included, reception area, library room, beauty/barber room, billiard room, (4) laundry rooms, offices, card room, media room, regency room, craft room, bistro room, lounge, exercise room, club room, garden room and a handicap bathroom. LPA was accompanied by the Administrator to conduct a general overall inspection, which included, but was not limited to the following: Physical Plant: The facility is operating in the capacity approved by Community Care Licensing (CCL). There are no obstructions to indoor and outdoor passageways. The facility is maintained at a comfortable temperature of 69, 76, 71 and 71 degrees Fahrenheit. Water temperature measured at 120, 112, 119 and 116 degrees Fahrenheit. LPA inspected resident bedrooms; they are equipped with required furniture such as: mattresses, night stands, storage space, and sufficient lighting; bathrooms were clean, and appliances were operating appropriately. LPA observed sufficient furniture and lighting throughout the facility. The facility is equipped with operating fire extinguishers, smoke detectors, signal alarms and carbon monoxide alarms. Posters such as personal rights, CCL complaint poster, CCL license, ombudsman, and facility sketch were posted in a common area. Cleaning supplies, toxins, sharps, and other dangerous items were kept inaccessible to residents in care. There was a designated storage space for residents/staff files. Medications were kept in Med-Room inaccessible to residents. Overall, the facility is clean, in good repair, and operating in safe conditions for residents in care. Food Service: LPA observed 2 days of perishables and 7 days non-perishables food, pantry stocked and up to date. Facility has a variety of food available. Dishes, cups, and utensils were stored properly. Care & Supervision: Facility has sufficient care staff for coverage 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Record Review: LPA reviewed resident files for admission agreements, physician reports, and needs and services plans. LPA observed that two resident files did not have proof of a TB test and results. Deficiency issued. LPA observed that one admission agreement was printed double side. Technical violation issued. LPA also reviewed staff files for First Aid/CPR certification, criminal record clearance, trainings, and health screenings. LPA reviewed the infection control plan, liability insurance, disaster drills and emergency disaster plan. LPA observed that the facility were not conducting different type of disasters quarterly for each shift. Technical violation issued. One deficiency and two technical violations were cited during this visit. An exit interview was conducted, and this report LIC809, LIC809C, LIC809D, LIC9102TV and appeal rights were discussed and provided to Administrator, Donald Barber.

Citations

1 citation recorded*CCLD

What does Type A vs Type B mean?

Type A. Serious citation. Imminent or substantial risk to children. The regulator requires corrective action immediately and may impose a civil penalty.

Type B. Lower-severity citation. Corrective action required, no imminent risk. The regulator monitors compliance on the next visit.

  • 87458(c)(1)(A)Type B

    Based on observation and record review, the administrator did not comply with the section cited above by not making sure that a communicable tuberculosis examination with results were included in two resident medical assessments which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

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What happened during the December 11, 2025 inspection of STERLING INN?

This was a inspection inspection of STERLING INN on December 11, 2025. 1 citation were issued: 1 Type B.

Were any citations issued to STERLING INN on December 11, 2025?

Yes, 1 citation was issued (0 Type A, 1 Type B). The first citation was for: "Based on observation and record review, the administrator did not comply with the section cited above by not making sure..."

What type of inspection was this?

This was a inspection inspection. inspection inspections are conducted by CCLD as part of their licensing oversight.

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